Are you exercising regularly and trying to diet, yet still can’t seem to lose excess pounds? The problem could be your sleeping habits. About one-third of Americans get fewer than six hours of sleep a night on a regular basis, a trend that could be fueling the obesity epidemic....

Being overweight or obese is a significant risk factor of sleep apnea. If you’re carrying around extra pounds, you likely have additional tissue around your airway. While you’re sleeping, this excess tissue can obstruct your airway, blocking air from flowing. When your bo...

Investigators say that the engineer on the Metro-North train that derailed last year in the Bronx has a serious sleep disorder. Take a look at this video from News 4 New York for more information on the dangers of untreated sleep disorders. Photo : ReachLocal

There are a lot of misconceptions about the best methods of getting a good night’s sleep. Some people swear by eating carbohydrates in the evening, while others avoid nighttime snacks altogether. Some people try not to drink coffee after a certain time, while others sip it after...

Insomnia and depression are the most common sleep and mood disorders, respectively. They also have a very strong relationship with each other. Watch this video to find out if insomnia could trigger depression later on in life. People who experience symptoms of insomnia may...

The problem of sleep deprivation is reaching widespread proportions in the United States. As this video explains, too little sleep can wreak havoc on health. Not getting adequate sleep can lead to multiple health problems. Individuals who suffer from sleep deprivation tend to...

Smartphone apps are now being used to determine whether or not a snorer has obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), according to an article by the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine. OSA has serious health effects and can be dangerous is left untreated. By using an at-home app, users are...